yáqʷa Development Corporation purchases Sunrise General Store building
KITAMAAT VILLAGE, June 26, 2024 -- yáqʷa Development Corporation is pleased to announce the recent purchase of the Sunrise General Store building located in the heart of Haisla Village. This exciting development marks another milestone for our Nation as we continue to focus on building opportunities for Haisla-led businesses and members to grow and prosper. With its close proximity to the community and the ocean, we are confident that this new space will provide great opportunities for our members – through business growth and employment – and for visitors to enjoy Haisla village and our hospitality. The Sunrise General Store[...]
Haisla Nation launches new Economic Development Corporation
KITAMAAT VILLAGE, B.C., May 15, 2024 – The Haisla Nation today announced the official launch of its new economic development corporation. Known as yáqʷa, the new corporation is fostering the development of a well-diversified portfolio of business interests, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term prosperity for the Haisla Nation. It will enable the separation of business and governance within the Haisla Nation, particularly given the growth in economic development in Haisla traditional territory in recent years. “yáqʷa is enabling a prosperous future for our people,” said Greg Smith, Stakeholder Relations Chair for Haisla Nation Council and a yáqʷa’ board member. “For[...]
